While fruit peels and coffee grounds are commonly understood to be good additions to compost, it might surprise you that this item can be added in, too.
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Do you grow fruiting vines? It's worth setting aside all the mesh produce bags you get in your weekly grocery shop for this cost-saving, supportive garden hack.
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It's not enough to merely maintain the water and sunlight schedule of your potted plants, as there's a whole other world to regulate in the soil underneath.
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Pooling water can be a nuisance with any sloped area of your yard or garden, but a retaining wall isn't the only answer. Try this cheaper solution.
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Want to give the butterflies in your yard a gift they'll love? This common produce (which might already be hiding in your fridge) is ideal for butterfly food.
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Landscape fabric is one of the most common ways to prevent weeds in raised garden beds, but it's far from eco-friendly — try this solution instead.
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You fill your garden beds with flowering annuals only to have them wilt mid-summer. Ditch the usual species for this heat-loving pink pom-pom-covered cultivar.
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According to some corners of the internet, copper can be used to deter slugs in the garden, but adding another component can send slugs running with a jolt.
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Considering wood mulch for your yard or garden? Depending on factors like soil needs and weather, using gravel might actually be a wiser choice.
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It's said that what is old becomes new again, and that is certainly true of this plant trend, which revives an aesthetic that was popular in the 1800s.
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Keeping outdoor gatherings comfortable doesn't always require store-bought solutions. One easy DIY uses materials many households already have.
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The less bathroom trash that goes into the landfill, the better. This frequently-used item is perfectly safe to compost, with a few important caveats.
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Outdoor potted plants typically require more frequent fertilization than those that grow in the ground. Here's how often to add fertilizer to your planters.
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A short-blooming garden favorite leaves time gaps in color, but a lesser-known companion plant can quietly extend the display for months longer.
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Okay, it's technically a perennial, but when it's planted in the garden it's actually treated as an annual because its limited hardiness.
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Trying to attract more pollinators to your garden? There's one flowering herb that they love, and it happens to be cold-hardy and easy to grow.
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Coffee grounds and copper aren't the only slug-deterrent ideas gardeners swear by. One common household item may offer another option to try.
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Even if you forget to water it here and there, this flower will continue to show off in hanging baskets with bright trailing blooms in a range of colors.
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Replacing a worn mower deck isn't as simple as grabbing the first one that looks right. A few important factors determine what will actually fit.
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Traditional weed barriers can create problems long after they're installed, but one alternative offers a different approach for keeping weeds under control.
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It may be a smelly idea, but this ancient agricultural practice slowly releases powerful nutrients into your soil, giving tomatoes a natural boost.
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This citrusy plant smells fresh and lovely, but carpenter bees hate it, making it a safe way to discourage them from nesting in and around your property.
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Plant labels are a necessity in many gardens, but they're not always the prettiest. Get a more natural look with this affordable Amazon product.
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There are several herbs that can attract various pollinators, but there's one in particular that a wide array of pollinating critters seem to flock to.
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A familiar shade-garden look gets a surprising upgrade from a certain fast-growing vine that transforms plain foliage into shifting seasonal color.
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Want healthier soil? Learn why this common household drink can be added to your compost pile and how it can help plants thrive.
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We generally think trees should smell good. That's the expectation if you're planning to grow one that blooms and fruits but beware ... some are stinky!
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